2007 Fiat Croma vs. 2005 Renault Grand Espace
To start off, 2007 Fiat Croma is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Renault Grand Espace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Renault Grand Espace would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Fiat Croma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Croma (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Croma should accelerate faster than 2005 Renault Grand Espace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Renault Grand Espace weights approximately 320 kg more than 2007 Fiat Croma.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Renault Grand Espace (270 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Croma. (204 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Renault Grand Espace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Croma. 2007 Fiat Croma has automatic transmission and 2005 Renault Grand Espace has manual transmission. 2005 Renault Grand Espace will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Fiat Croma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Fiat Croma | 2005 Renault Grand Espace | |
| Make | Fiat | Renault |
| Model | Croma | Grand Espace |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1870 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94.6 mm | 93 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 180 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 10.7 seconds | 13.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.7 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 83 L |
